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Jim Wetherbee, the only five-time Space Shuttle commander, presents thirty techniques that astronauts use―not only to stay alive in the unforgiving and deadly environment of space, but also to conduct high-quality operations and accomplish complex missions. These same techniques, based on the foundational principles of operating excellence, can help anyone be successful in high-hazard endeavors, ordinary business, and everyday life. Controlling Risk shows you how to embrace these techniques as a way of operating and living your life, so you can predict and prevent your next accident, while improving performance and productivity to take your company higher

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Jim Wetherbee is the only astronaut to have commanded five Space Shuttle missions. After graduating from the University of Notre Dame with a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, he began his life-long journey of controlling risk as a naval aviator, while flying in single-seat cockpits from aircraft carriers on the high seas. Wetherbee’s leadership roles as a military test pilot, astronaut, and safety executive in the oil and gas industry―from the front lines to the executive level – have given him valuable experiences and insights into dangerous businesses.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ 1630479500
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Morgan James Publishing (November 8, 2016)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 362 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781630479503
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1630479503
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.12 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 0.5 x 9.5 inches

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Jim Wetherbee is the only astronaut to have commanded five Space Shuttle missions. After graduating from the University of Notre Dame with a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, he began his life-long journey of controlling risk as a naval aviator, while flying in single-seat cockpits from aircraft carriers on the high seas.

Jim’s work as a military test pilot, astronaut, and later as a safety executive in the oil and gas industry, with leadership roles from the front lines to the executive level, have given him valuable experiences and insights into dangerous businesses. Jim has seen the subtle conditions that sometimes cause organizations to fail—but knows the best techniques to unleash the power of people working together in hazardous environments to accomplish complex missions in our dangerous world.

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RAC

Magnificent book

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 1, 2022

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I wish I had this book during my career: I'm a retired airline Captain.

The 30 principles offered reminded me of at least 50 different incidents in my career where I might have done better. This book should be in every pilot's library, or, better yet, it should be carried in the flight kit and used as a tool.

One tip. To quickly get into the meat of this book start reading in chapter 6 where he's strapped into the top of a rocket and read from there. When you're all done, then read what you skipped.

Ernest K. Gann would have loved this book.

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Amazing book, fun read, powerful advice

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 30, 2016

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Jim Wetherbee was the only five-time space shuttle commander. When your butt is on the line, he's the guy you would really want calling the shots and pushing the buttons.

"Controlling Risk" is not your average textbook on risk assessment and mitigation. Wetherbee draws on his extensive experience as a Navy pilot, space shuttle astronaut, and consultant in the oll and gas industry to provide seemingly countless examples of techniques for improving operating excellence.

He has included photos from many of his Navy and space missions as illustrations. He even liberally uses photos taken from his car (while stopped) to identify risky situations or ask thought-provoking questions. Does that pack of cigarettes on the motorcycle dash say something about the biker’s attitude toward risk?

Wetherbee brings the book to life with his self-effacing stories and humility. He readily shares many stories of when he screwed up and what he learned as a consequence. For example, he discusses learning the hard way that he had not paid sufficient attention to the procedures for using the zero-gravity toilet before his first space mission.

I learned a lot from this book, and it’s helped me change the way I approach even relatively minor tasks. Starting up my leaf blower, let’s use The Three L’s: Have I Lined up the parts properly? Is anyone in the Line of fire? What’s the List of possible outcomes if something goes wrong?

I also enjoyed trying to put myself in the mindset of someone who has to undertake such complex actions as starting up the hydraulic units on the space shuttle. Of the 22 switches you have to flip, some of them don’t have immediate negative consequences if they’re in the wrong position at the start. But they will blow the back end off the ship once you get into space if they’re set wrong. So you follow the procedures in setting them - but your double-check is to have thoughtfully memorized what the overall pattern of switches should look like.

That’s relatable to the frustration I felt in writing up the process for my mother to use the three remotes she needed for turning on her TV and cable system. If she missed a step, she didn’t know what the proper configuration was supposed to look like, so the written procedure was useless at that point.

Wetherbee’s book is a very enjoyable read. Maybe not something you’d take to the beach with you, but it’s very interesting to think about how to apply his techniques to everyday life.

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While at its core a blue print for ”operating excellence” in hazardous operations, Captain Wetherbee has much to offer to those of us who deal with the welfare and safety of individuals in far less dramatic environments. It is a reminder that we are no less called to excellence in our own work and personal environments, and that in making the effort to meet this call, our own lives and the lives of others with whom we work, live and play are enhanced.

Well documented and preeminently researched, Captain Wetherbee’s first hand, vivid accounts of experiences drawn from years of service over a distinguished career, coupled with his insightful analysis and reflection, are what really drive its lessons home. From split second thinking during a heart racing fighter jet aircraft carrier landing to the calm, controlled landing of the Space Shuttle decades later, the reader is treated to a memorable firsthand account of excellence.

My favorite piece of the blue print is buried deep in Captain Wetherbee’s book. He writes, “Balance confidence with humility. Keep your confidence inside and let your humility shine outside to highlight others.” With each page of this wonderful book, Captain Wetherbee shows that he built his career based on this personal maxim. He does not miss an opportunity to give credit to, acknowledge, or thank those who played a part in his accomplishments. This, as much as anything else, is sound and universal advice from a man who has literally and figuratively soared to the pinnacle.

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This book is an excellent read! Beautifully written - Captain Wetherbee expertly combines ...

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 4, 2016

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This book is an excellent read! Beautifully written - Captain Wetherbee expertly combines knowledge, experience and humor while earning credibility from his readers. His personal anecdotes are somehow simultaneously relatable and extraordinary (literally and figuratively out of this world!), which make it easy for me to confidently apply his recommended techniques to both my personal and professional lives.

The contents are incredibly versatile in that Captain Wetherbee's suggestions are not confined to any one particular field - as he claims, they are techniques for a "dangerous world" and thus are functional in a variety of workplace conditions. As advertised, this book is perfect for any manager or frontline worker in a dangerous field, but to my great surprise, it is also beneficial and applicable for any layman looking to expand his knowledge and increase his chances of survival and success.

I learned a great deal from this book. As a doctor working in a clinical setting, I have been able to apply several of Captain Wetherbee's techniques to improve care for my patients. Not only that, many of the techniques encourage introspective examination and have allowed me to enhance my interpersonal relationships with colleagues and friends.

I cannot overstate how inspired I feel after finishing Captain Werherbee's book! I intend to live a long, healthy life, and I am confident the knowledge gleaned from this book will help me do so!

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Tomo

3 for price of 1. Autobiograpjhy, revolutionary new 'high reliability individual' theory and practical manual.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on November 17, 2016

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Entertaining, revolutionary, practical. Three books for the price of one!
~ First, an entertaining addictive autobiography. Detailed technical anecdotes for anyone who wants to know the gritty honest reality of 'top-gun' test pilots and astronaut's life on a bad day. Wetherbee gives an insight beyond the glamour and gloss, insight into the obsession and life-long learning required to stay alive.
~ Second, revolutionary reappraisal of high risk accident prevention theory and practice. Wetherbee's philosophy clearly exposes a constructive and compelling completely new layer, the foundations of any successful 'High Reliability Organisation' - the beliefs, behaviour and obsession with perfection of a 'HIGH RELIABILIY INDIVIDUAL'. Ask not what the organisation, leadership and processes can do to keep you safe, this book details what an individual can do for their team, their family and their own safety! With the right support from leadership and colleagues these techniques could transform the performance on many organisations. Wetherbee obviously believes every individual counts, clearly illustrating why and what we all can do to improve.
~ Third, a DIY instruction manual for anyone who works with risk and wants to do a better job. The text can be hard work; explaining with exciting and clear examples why each principle and technique is required, but then detailing how to apply this in your own world. Select which matters most or which are your weaknesses and this book will help anyone managing risk, do a better job.

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John Parfett

Practical knowledge for managing risk in industry

Reviewed in Canada 🇨🇦 on October 15, 2018

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Great book. Facinating author

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